Chloe, the Beagle, and Rue, the bunny, are inseparable best buddies who do everything together, even dozing off side by side. Their friendship goes way back to when Rue was just a tiny ball of fur, and since then, they’ve become fiercely protective of each other. According to their owner, the strong bond between them can be credited to Rue’s sociable and trusting nature as a bunny, complemented perfectly by Chloe’s serene and patient demeanor as a dog.
One day, the inseparable friends were found snuggled up for a cute nap, and Megan Cottone couldn’t resist capturing the sweet moment! The six-year-old pooch and one-year-old rabbit are like two peas in a pod, bringing joy to everyone around them with their precious bond!
Their owner, Megan, often shares glimpses of their everyday life on social media, and it’s safe to say that Chloe and Rue have become local celebrities in their neighborhood. Followers can’t get enough of their sweet antics—whether it’s Chloe gently grooming Rue’s ears or Rue hopping around Chloe playfully, their videos always spark a flood of heart emojis and comments like “This is the purest thing I’ve seen all day!” or “I didn’t know I needed a Beagle-bunny friendship in my life until now.”
What’s truly remarkable is how naturally they’ve adapted to each other’s habits and communication styles. Rue, with her delicate hops and gentle nudges, seems to understand Chloe’s slower, calm movements. Chloe, in turn, responds with tender nose boops and soft tail wags. They’ve developed their own little silent language—one built on trust, comfort, and years of growing together.
Each morning, Rue starts her day by bounding into Chloe’s bed, nudging her awake with her tiny nose. Chloe responds with a sleepy stretch and a soft lick to Rue’s head. Then they begin their little morning routine—Rue follows Chloe to the kitchen, where they both wait patiently as Megan prepares breakfast. While Chloe munches on her kibble, Rue nibbles away at her fresh greens right beside her. Megan says they even have favorite spots in the house where they sit together: one sunny patch by the living room window and a cozy corner near the fireplace during colder months.
But it’s not just inside the house where their bond shines. Chloe and Rue love their backyard adventures. Megan has bunny-proofed the garden so Rue can hop freely while Chloe explores beside her. Sometimes, Rue playfully dashes through the grass, with Chloe trotting gently behind her as if playing a careful game of tag. They often lie in the shade under a tree, watching the world go by with the quiet contentment only best friends can share.
Their friendship hasn’t just warmed the hearts of people online—it’s had a positive impact on Megan too. She shares that watching Chloe and Rue interact has taught her valuable lessons about patience, acceptance, and the unspoken ways animals can show affection.
“There was a time when I was going through a tough patch,” Megan admits, “and just seeing the two of them curled up together, so peaceful and full of love—it helped me heal. It reminded me of the simple, quiet joys in life.”
Megan also started volunteering at a local animal rescue, inspired by the companionship between Chloe and Rue. She now uses their story to help advocate for the adoption of pets that others might not consider placing together—like dogs and small animals—if done responsibly and with proper supervision. Their story has become a powerful reminder that love knows no species.
Of course, not every moment is picture-perfect. Rue can sometimes be a little mischievous, sneaking into Chloe’s toy box and dragging out plush toys twice her size. Chloe, ever the gentle soul, watches quietly, occasionally giving a low bark as if to say, “Hey, that one’s mine!” But she never gets upset. Their playful squabbles are short-lived and always end with Rue snuggling back up beside Chloe, as if to say sorry.
What continues to amaze Megan is how Chloe has taken on a protective, almost big-sister role. When Rue got sick once from a mild digestive issue, Chloe stayed by her side the whole time—refusing to leave her crate, even skipping a walk just to be near her. That kind of loyalty isn’t something you can teach; it’s something that grows from a deep, genuine connection.
On Rue’s first birthday, Megan threw a small backyard party. She decorated their favorite tree with little streamers and prepared a pet-friendly cake. Chloe wore a party hat—although she wasn’t exactly thrilled about it—and Rue had a tiny bow on her ear. The photos from that day went viral, showing Rue leaning against Chloe like the happiest bunny in the world. It wasn’t just a celebration of Rue turning one; it was a celebration of a friendship that had already touched so many hearts.
As Rue grows older and Chloe continues to mature gracefully, their relationship only deepens. Megan sometimes catches them sitting quietly, Chloe’s paw resting lightly over Rue as if shielding her from the world. It’s in those moments that the beauty of their bond truly shows: quiet, unconditional, and ever-present.
Neighbors often stop by just to catch a glimpse of the duo during their afternoon sunbathing sessions. One elderly neighbor even crocheted matching blankets for them after becoming a fan of their Instagram page. Megan was touched by the gesture and posted a thank-you video featuring Chloe and Rue curled up in their new gifts, looking completely at peace.
Their story has even made its way into schools. One local elementary teacher used a photo of Chloe and Rue to teach her class about empathy and kindness. “Animals have a way of showing us how to be better humans,” she explained to her students. The kids wrote letters addressed to Chloe and Rue, thanking them for showing what true friendship looks like. Megan read each one aloud while the two best friends sat nearby, likely unaware of the inspiration they had become.
Looking ahead, Megan has plans to turn Chloe and Rue’s story into a children’s book. She’s working with an illustrator to bring their adventures to life—imagining them as little explorers who travel the world teaching others about love, friendship, and acceptance. The goal is not just to entertain, but to spark conversations in families about the importance of cross-species empathy and the beauty of unexpected friendships.
As the seasons change, so do the backdrops of Chloe and Rue’s days—autumn leaves for crunching, snow for sniffing and hopping through, spring flowers for lounging beside. But the heart of their story stays the same: a Beagle and a bunny, against all odds, choosing love and companionship every single day.
Their bond reminds us that friendship doesn’t always come in expected forms. Sometimes, it’s found in a rabbit with soft brown fur and a dog with soulful eyes who, despite their differences, speak the same language of loyalty, warmth, and unwavering love. Chloe and Rue may not know how famous they’ve become, or how many hearts they’ve touched—but in their little world, they already have everything they need. And for those lucky enough to witness their story, that’s more than enough.
